🍖 Sweet & Smoky Rib Rub
Category: Dragon Rubs
Description
A rich blend of sweet brown sugar, smoked paprika and warming spices, crafted to create beautifully caramelised ribs with a sticky, smoky crust. Perfect for pork ribs, beef ribs and slow-cooked barbecue favourites.
Why You’ll Love This
- Sweet and smoky flavour
- Perfect for ribs and pulled pork
- Creates a delicious caramelised crust
- Ideal for BBQs and slow cooking
- Stores for up to 6 months
Prep Time
5 Minutes
Cook Time
None
Makes
Approximately 100g
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp light brown sugar
- 2 tbsp smoked paprika
- 1 tbsp garlic powder
- 1 tbsp onion powder
- 1 tbsp sea salt
- 2 tsp cracked black pepper
- 2 tsp mustard powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp chilli powder
- 1 tsp cayenne pepper
Method
- Combine all ingredients in a mixing bowl.
- Mix thoroughly until evenly combined.
- Break up any lumps from the brown sugar.
- Transfer to a clean, airtight spice jar.
- Store in a cool, dry cupboard.
How To Use
- Coat pork ribs before slow roasting.
- Rub over beef ribs before smoking.
- Season pork shoulder for pulled pork.
- Sprinkle onto chicken wings before barbecuing.
- Add to homemade BBQ burgers.
Adventurer’s Notes
Every feast deserves a centrepiece, and few dishes command attention like a rack of perfectly cooked ribs. This blend balances sweetness with gentle smoke, creating a rich glaze and deep flavour worthy of the grandest DragonFire banquet.
Storage
Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry cupboard for up to 6 months.
Merchant’s Tip
For extra sticky ribs, apply the rub several hours before cooking, then brush with your favourite barbecue sauce during the final 20 minutes of cooking.
